Michael Idato, The Sydney Morning Herald

Michael Idato

The Sydney Morning Herald

Los Angeles, CA, United States

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Past:
  • The Sydney Morning Herald
  • Brisbane Times
  • Stuff.co.nz News
  • Executive Style
  • Canberra Times
  • WAtoday
  • Daily Life
  • The Age

Past articles by Michael:

Phoebe Waller-Bridge on why Hollywood should never recast Indiana Jones

Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the star of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, talks about the heartbreak of saying goodbye to the legendary character. → Read More

We studied two decades of Eurovision winners to unpack the secret formula

Too loud? Too camp? Too sad? The science suggests that Eurovision songs that get the balance → Read More

How Pom Klementieff went from struggling Hollywood actor to Marvel movie star

The Guardians of the Galaxy star was initially hampered by her “foreignness” and encountered an unease with casting directors that stemmed from her French accent. → Read More

The name’s Orlick: Why Stanley Tucci nails the spy who loves nuance

With his talent for reinvention, the much-loved actor is perfectly cast as a metrosexual James Bond in Citadel. → Read More

Andor may be a new show, but it’ll take you back to the Star Wars you grew up with

Of all the qualities that have come to define Star Wars TV shows, what stands out is the effortless way they weave in and out of the established canon. → Read More

Expect the unexpected: What the Game of Thrones prequel has in store for fans

House of the Dragon director says the team behind the long-awaited series is hoping to “give people what they want, but not in the way they’re expecting”. → Read More

Olivia Newton-John dies at 73, husband says

Iconic Australian singer and actor Olivia Newton-John has died at 73, according to an Instagram post from her account. → Read More

‘I found my family’: How Michelle Visage became Drag Race’s breakout star

As the new season of the hit TV show kicks off, the stylish judge reflects on her friendship with RuPaul and the uniqueness of Australian drag. → Read More

Joanna Lumley: ‘Even when my name was well known, my bank balance was still red’

Now in her 70s, Joanna Lumley is as unstoppable as ever. She talks to Michael Idato about her new film, her most famous character and finding herself through travel. → Read More

Twenty years on from the prequels Star Wars sees its future in TV, not film

At the Star Wars Celebration convention in LA, the future of the galaxy far, far away is streaming TV, as Lucasfilm remains vague about its movie plans. → Read More

‘Jolt of fear’: Ewan McGregor’s terrifying encounter on the Obi-Wan Kenobi set

Returning to the Star Wars universe after two decades, the award-winning actor confronted Darth Vader - and his childhood nightmares - for the first time. → Read More

Ukraine wins Eurovision after ‘irregular voting patterns’ delay count

A dramatic end to Europe’s iconic singing competition saw Australia in 15th place, the UK as a potential 2023 host and organisers dealing with an attempt to disrupt the voting. → Read More

How Gretchen Carlson went from high-powered broadcaster to trailblazer for women

She has been portrayed on screen by Naomi Watts and Nicole Kidman. Ahead of her visit to Australia, Gretchen Carlson shares her journey from high-powered broadcaster to advocate with Michael Idato. → Read More

Friends, Vulcans, Romulans, lend me your ears: there’s a new Spock in town

With a new Mr Spock and a mid-century aesthetic that takes us back to the 1960s original series, Star Trek’s new chapter is about to hit warp speed. → Read More

Oscars to launch a ‘formal review’ into Will Smith slapping Chris Rock

The Academy Awards condemned the incident at the 94th ceremony and is considering sanctions against the best actor winner. → Read More

Great Gadsby: The jokes Hannah will never make

We live in a world where the line is crossed by amateurs all the time - why do comedians have to do it too? → Read More

Was it all a dream? What to expect from a final episode of Neighbours

The producers of the iconic show are grappling with the greatest cliffhanger in the show’s history. → Read More

‘It gives me chills’: Priscilla Presley on the life Elvis left behind

As a rare touring exhibition comes to Bendigo, Elvis’ widow reflects on the shy and caring man who captured her heart. → Read More

Film’s class of 2022: a wide field is chasing glory at the Oscars

Halfway through an already unpredictable award season, Oscar’s leading contenders are still fighting to race ahead of the pack. → Read More

‘I was swept away’: Spielberg fulfils childhood dream with reimagined West Side Story

The man who gave us Jaws, Raiders of the Lost Ark and Jurassic Park is also a Broadway nerd. Who knew? → Read More